Shri Joby Mathew, in spite of being an orthopaedically handicapped person, won several medals in international Arms wrestling championships from 1964 to 2010. Taking cognizance of his financial position, Sports Minister sanctioned assistance of Rs. 2 lakh to Shri Mathew .

Under the Scheme of National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons, the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports provides lump sum financial assistance to outstanding sportspersons of the past, who are facing financial distress.